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Opinion: India And US At Odds Over Bangladesh Poll
Pragmatism and self-interest influence the Indian attitude while the US sees the Bangladesh elections through the lens of democracy and human rights
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Dalai Lama Hails Nobel Prize For Narges Mohammadi, Emphasizes Women's Vital Role
Dalai Lama said there is a growing desire for change in the world, a change that will see conflicts resolved through dialogue and non-violence.
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Concerned Over "Increasing Incidents Of Violence In Pak": US Congressman
An influential US Congressman has raised concerns over the continuous violation of human rights and democracy in Pakistan and asked the government to ensure freedom of speech and the application of rule of law in the country.
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World Does Not Need Lessons From Pak On Human Rights: India At UN
Speaking at United Nations Human Rights Council session, India said that the world does not need lessons on democracy and human rights from a country whose contribution to the globalisation of terror is unparalleled.
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Internet Shutdowns Dangerous for Democracies, Should Be Stopped Immediately, Says UN
Internet shutdowns can be dangerous for democracies with dire consequences, warned UN in a recent briefing. UN rights chief Michelle Bachelet pointed out in a statement that such shutdowns can hamper the realisation of many human rights.
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"Biases Of US Event Participants Well Known": Centre After Ex-Vice President's Remark
After former vice-president Hamid Ansari and four US lawmakers expressed concern over the human rights situation in India, the Ministry of External Affairs on Friday said India is a vibrant democracy, which does not require certification from others
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Biden Vows To Stand With Southeast Asia In Defending Freedom Of Seas, Democracy
President Joe Biden said on Wednesday the United States would stand with Southeast Asian allies in defending freedom of the seas, democracy and human rights and backed efforts to hold the Myanmar junta accountable to its commitments to peace.
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PM Slams "Some People's Selective Approach To Human Rights"
A "selective" approach to human rights dents the country's image, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Tuesday, as he lashed out at "some" who viewed human rights "with an eye on political gains and loss" and were therefore harming democracy.
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"Our Laws Promote Equality, Social Justice, Democracy": India At UN
India on Friday said that it promotes values of equality, social justice, and democracy through inclusive education at the interactive dialogue with Special Rapporteur on the Right to Education during the 47th Session of UN Human Rights Council.
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India, European Union Reiterate Commitment To Values Of Democracy
India and the European Union on Monday reiterated their commitment to the shared principles and values of democracy, freedom, rule of law and respect for human rights, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said.
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India Will Promote Democracy, Human Rights At United Nations: Envoy
India will promote fundamental values like human rights and development and reinforce multilateralism, while underlining the need for greater cooperation in the Nations Security Council (UNSC), India's envoy to the United Nations has said as the country begins its two-year tenure in the powerful organ of the world body on Friday.
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Trinamool Government Committed To Upholding Human Rights: Mamata Banerjee
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday claimed that democracy was being bulldozed and voices muzzled in the country, and asserted that her government was committed to upholding human rights.
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Grassroots Democracy Revived: India On UN Human Rights Chief's J&K Remark
India on Tuesday said it has revived grassroots democracy and provided a new momentum to social and economic development in Jammu and Kashmir despite persistent attempts by a neighbouring country to infiltrate terrorists to derail this process.
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Develop "Better Understanding" Before Jumping To Conclusions: India To UN Rights Body
India on Thursday "encouraged" the UN's human rights body to develop a "better understanding and appreciation" of the freedoms and rights that are guaranteed and protected in a vibrant democracy like India before coming to any conclusions on issues like the amended citizenship law and the Kashmir issue.
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Hong Kong Rights Bill Clears US Congress, Heads To Donald Trump
US lawmakers Wednesday overwhelmingly approved legislation that supports human rights and democracy in Hong Kong and also backs the territory's anti-China protesters, sending the measure opposed by Beijing to President Donald Trump.
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Opinion: India And US At Odds Over Bangladesh Poll
Pragmatism and self-interest influence the Indian attitude while the US sees the Bangladesh elections through the lens of democracy and human rights
-
Dalai Lama Hails Nobel Prize For Narges Mohammadi, Emphasizes Women's Vital Role
Dalai Lama said there is a growing desire for change in the world, a change that will see conflicts resolved through dialogue and non-violence.
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Concerned Over "Increasing Incidents Of Violence In Pak": US Congressman
An influential US Congressman has raised concerns over the continuous violation of human rights and democracy in Pakistan and asked the government to ensure freedom of speech and the application of rule of law in the country.
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World Does Not Need Lessons From Pak On Human Rights: India At UN
Speaking at United Nations Human Rights Council session, India said that the world does not need lessons on democracy and human rights from a country whose contribution to the globalisation of terror is unparalleled.
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Internet Shutdowns Dangerous for Democracies, Should Be Stopped Immediately, Says UN
Internet shutdowns can be dangerous for democracies with dire consequences, warned UN in a recent briefing. UN rights chief Michelle Bachelet pointed out in a statement that such shutdowns can hamper the realisation of many human rights.
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"Biases Of US Event Participants Well Known": Centre After Ex-Vice President's Remark
After former vice-president Hamid Ansari and four US lawmakers expressed concern over the human rights situation in India, the Ministry of External Affairs on Friday said India is a vibrant democracy, which does not require certification from others
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Biden Vows To Stand With Southeast Asia In Defending Freedom Of Seas, Democracy
President Joe Biden said on Wednesday the United States would stand with Southeast Asian allies in defending freedom of the seas, democracy and human rights and backed efforts to hold the Myanmar junta accountable to its commitments to peace.
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PM Slams "Some People's Selective Approach To Human Rights"
A "selective" approach to human rights dents the country's image, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Tuesday, as he lashed out at "some" who viewed human rights "with an eye on political gains and loss" and were therefore harming democracy.
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"Our Laws Promote Equality, Social Justice, Democracy": India At UN
India on Friday said that it promotes values of equality, social justice, and democracy through inclusive education at the interactive dialogue with Special Rapporteur on the Right to Education during the 47th Session of UN Human Rights Council.
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India, European Union Reiterate Commitment To Values Of Democracy
India and the European Union on Monday reiterated their commitment to the shared principles and values of democracy, freedom, rule of law and respect for human rights, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said.
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India Will Promote Democracy, Human Rights At United Nations: Envoy
India will promote fundamental values like human rights and development and reinforce multilateralism, while underlining the need for greater cooperation in the Nations Security Council (UNSC), India's envoy to the United Nations has said as the country begins its two-year tenure in the powerful organ of the world body on Friday.
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Trinamool Government Committed To Upholding Human Rights: Mamata Banerjee
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday claimed that democracy was being bulldozed and voices muzzled in the country, and asserted that her government was committed to upholding human rights.
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Grassroots Democracy Revived: India On UN Human Rights Chief's J&K Remark
India on Tuesday said it has revived grassroots democracy and provided a new momentum to social and economic development in Jammu and Kashmir despite persistent attempts by a neighbouring country to infiltrate terrorists to derail this process.
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Develop "Better Understanding" Before Jumping To Conclusions: India To UN Rights Body
India on Thursday "encouraged" the UN's human rights body to develop a "better understanding and appreciation" of the freedoms and rights that are guaranteed and protected in a vibrant democracy like India before coming to any conclusions on issues like the amended citizenship law and the Kashmir issue.
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Hong Kong Rights Bill Clears US Congress, Heads To Donald Trump
US lawmakers Wednesday overwhelmingly approved legislation that supports human rights and democracy in Hong Kong and also backs the territory's anti-China protesters, sending the measure opposed by Beijing to President Donald Trump.
